Does Your Gut Contribute to Joint Pain?

Does Your Gut Contribute to Joint Pain?

Recently, we have begun to realize that the billions of microorganisms living in harmony with us have an influence on disease. Evidence is mounting that the gut microbiome, in particular, influences our metabolism and our immune system. Inflammatory states characterize many bone and joint diseases of ageing. Evidence is accumulating that the gut can contribute to inflammatory conditions. As the microbiome is modifiable this could represent a major therapeutic target. To date, some of the best data relating the microbiome to bone disease is in osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Other diseases, in particular osteoarthritis, have received little attention to date, despite some promising suggestive findings. In addition, there is increasing evidence that what we eat is involved in the generation of disorders such as inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel diseases, atherosclerosis, and type 2 diabetes. Nutrients can have short- and long-term effects on the composition of the microbiota. Standard American Diets (SAD) high in processed and sugary foods promoteinflammationand atherosclerosis. The microbiota and its metabolic components produce a vast amount of metabolic byproducts that serve as important messengers between the diet, microbiota, and us. There now is scientific evidence to support the notion “you are what you eat,” and this process begins in early life.R

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Dean Smith, DC, PhD, husband, and father of two children, is a highly respected health and wellness authority. He is a chiropractor at Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center and a researcher and clinical professor at Miami University.
Dr. Smith incorporates lifestyle intervention (exercise, nutrition, other non-drug methods) with chiropractic adjustments and other manual methods to encourage optimal wellness. He has helped countless adults and children lead a life of wellness.
His research interests lie broadly in the area of human movement and coordination. He is most interested in how chiropractic, exercise and rehabilitation affect human performance.
His scientific articles have been published in such journals as Human Movement Science, Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Chiropractic Research Journal, Chiropractic and Osteopathy and The Open Neurology Journal. His training includes a Master’s degree in exercise science, a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and a PhD in brain and cognitive science with a focus on motor control and coordination. The International Federation of Sports Chiropractic has awarded him with the International Chiropractic Sport Science Diploma (ICSSD).

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